Find out how popular the last name Parrell is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Parrell.

Parrell, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Parrell surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Parrell in America

Parrell is the 97671st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Parrell surname appeared 186 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Parrell.

We can also compare 2010 data for Parrell to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Parrell

The surname Parrell is of English origin, with its roots dating back to the late 12th century. It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "parrok," which referred to a small enclosed area or a paddock. This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone who lived near or worked on a small enclosed field or farm.

The earliest recorded instance of the name can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire from 1190, where it appears as "Parrok." Over time, the spelling evolved, with variations such as "Parrock," "Parroc," and eventually "Parrell" emerging in various historical records.

One notable historical figure bearing this surname was Sir Thomas Parrell, a prominent English knight who fought in the Wars of the Roses during the 15th century. He was a staunch supporter of the House of Lancaster and participated in several battles, including the Battle of Towton in 1461.

Another individual of note was John Parrell, born in 1634, who served as a magistrate in the town of Gloucestershire, England. His legacy is preserved in the Parrell Family Archives, which contain valuable records and documents from that era.

In the 17th century, the Parrell name gained recognition through the work of William Parrell, a renowned architect and stonemason. He was responsible for the design and construction of several notable buildings, including St. Mary's Church in Warwickshire, which still stands today as a testament to his craftsmanship.

Moving into the 18th century, we encounter Elizabeth Parrell, a pioneering author and poet who published a collection of her works in 1762. Her writings offered a unique perspective on the social and cultural aspects of that time period.

Lastly, in the 19th century, James Parrell, born in 1842, made a significant contribution to the field of agriculture. As a farmer and innovator, he developed new techniques for crop rotation and soil management, which helped improve agricultural productivity in his region.

While the Parrell surname may not have been as widespread as some others, it has nonetheless left an indelible mark on history, with individuals from various walks of life making their mark across different eras and disciplines.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Parrell

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Parrell.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Parrell was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Parrell has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Parrell was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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